At NIHI Rote, we are committed to celebrating and preserving the rich history and customs of Rote Island. Guests are encouraged to immerse themselves in local traditions through interactive experiences. From learning the art of Ikat weaving with master artisans to listening to the melodic strains of the Sasando, every moment preserves traditions and offers a deeper connection to the island’s heritage.
The Ti’ilangga is Rote’s iconic traditional hat, woven from lontar palm and representing both identity and everyday life. Under the guidance of a local artisan, you’ll learn the weaving technique from scratch before leaving with your own handmade creation.
DURATION
60 min
PRICE
Complimentary
The Sasando is one of the world’s most remarkable instruments, a cylindrical harp amplified by a fan of lontar palm leaves that produces a sound unlike anything else. Found only on Rote, it is the island’s defining cultural symbol. A local musician introduce sits history, demonstrates traditional playing techniques and guides you through your first notes. No musical experience is required.
DURATION
60 min
PRICE
Complimentary
Discover Rote’s traditional textile art, where intricate patterns are created through resist-dyeing threads before weaving begins. Local artisans often spend months completing a single textile. Learn about the craft, experience the loom first-hand and browse finished pieces available directly from the weavers.
DURATION
60 min
PRICE
Complimentary
Discover Rote’s traditional textile art, where intricate patterns are created through resist-dyeing threads before weaving begins. Local artisans often spend months completing a single textile. Learn about the craft, experience the loom first-hand and browse finished pieces available directly from the weavers.
DURATION
60 min
PRICE
Complimentary
This is NIHI Rote.
White sand, crystal-clear water and an island that still feels beautifully untouched. An island still beautifully untouched, where days are made for adventure and there’s always somewhere new to discover.
An island unlike anywhere else.
Wild, untouched and abundantly beautiful, Rote is a place made for discovery. And we’ve only just scratched the surface. Come see for yourself.
If heaven is a place on earth, it might just be Telaga Nirwana.
Hidden within the untouched beauty of Rote Island, this natural saltwater lagoon feels almost too beautiful to be real.
Arrive at NIHI Rote and swim in the sparkling blues of the Indian Ocean. Spend your days surfing, cooling off in your private pool, or simply slowing down to the rhythm of island life.
Whether you’re chasing adventure or doing absolutely nothing at all, this is the kind of place that lets you do both. Welcome to NIHI Rote.
Wake up. Swim. Ocean. Repeat. The days just hit different at NIHI Rote.
There are places you visit…
And then there are places that keep calling you back.
Welcome to NIHI Rote.
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The greatest beauty of Rote is its people. This is Uni, one of our NIHI Rote Hospitality Academy graduates, proudly wearing her traditional attire as she shares the island’s culture, heritage, and traditions with guests from around the world. Every woven thread tells a story, and every smile is a warm invitation to discover the heart of Rote.
Welcome to NIHI Rote. Where turquoise water steals the show, island culture runs deep, and every corner feels like a postcard. The hardest part? Deciding whether to dive in or simply soak it all up.
Sunset yoga. Salt air. The sound of the ocean. Sometimes the best therapy is simply slowing down long enough to take it all in.
Behind every melody is a story. The sasando, Rote’s iconic traditional instrument, is a celebration of the island’s culture, craftsmanship, and enduring traditions, one beautiful note at a time.
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